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UFC on ESPN+ 36: Johnny Walker vs. Ryan Spann odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 36 fight between Johnny Walker and Ryan Spann with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In a light heavyweight bout, Johnny Walker and Ryan Spann tangle at UFC on ESPN+ 36 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Walker (17-5) steps into the octagon one inch taller than his opponent while possessing a three-inch reach advantage. He also leads Spann (18-5) in significant strikes landed per minute at 4.01 to 3.32, and he is way more accurate at 70.35 to 43.85 in significant strike accuracy percentage. In other words, Walker is dangerous if he can keep this fight upright. However, his confidence might be down a bit with two consecutive losses in his previous two fights, including getting knocked out by Corey Anderson on the UFC 244 card.

Where Spann holds an advantage is in grappling, and he will want to get this fight to the mat as soon as possible. He has a 1.13-to-0.43 takedown average, and 1.88-to-1.29 submission average advantage. Spann, nicknamed “Superman”, picked up a split-decision win over Smilin’ Sam Alvey last time out on the UFC 249 card, but his previous two fights finished inside the distance. Those two wins were a submission over Devin Clark, and a knockout of Rogerio Nogueira, showing his versatility as a fighter.

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Johnny Walker vs. Ryan Spann betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

SPANN (100) is a slight underdog, but he is a tremendous value against Walker (-125). Spann has proven he is becoming a well-rounded fighter capable of winning in a multitude of ways. And you have to question Walker’s confidence after a pair of setbacks in his past two fights. SPANN BY KO/TKO, DQ OR SUBMISSION (+175) is also worth a small-unit bet.

Take the OVER 1.5 ROUNDS (-112) in this one, however, as each of these fighters will likely take a little time to feel each other out. In addition, take ROUND 2 (+320) and ROUND 3 (+650) for the fight finish. Yes, you will lose one of these wagers, but if the fight ends in either Round 2 or 3 you’re still well ahead.

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UFC on ESPN+ 36: Colby Covington vs. Tyron Woodley odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 36 fight between Colby Covington and Tyron Woodley, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In the welterweight main event, rivals Colby Covington and Tyron Woodley do battle at UFC on ESPN+ 36 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Covington (15-2) is the overwhelming favorite in this battle of former champs, and he makes no bones about his disdain for Woodley. He is quoted as saying “I’ve always hated the guy,” and Woodley (19-5-1) is on record saying that there would be no handshake with his counterpart. Let the fireworks begin!

Covington, nicknamed “Chaos”, has been chomping at the bit to get back into the octagon after a fifth-round KO/TKO loss to Kamaru Usman at UFC 245 on Dec. 14, 2019, losing the strap in that championship bout. A win over a 38-year-old Woodley might not get him quite back on track for a title fight, but a loss would certainly be devastating toward that endeavor.

Woodley might not land the volume of punches that Covington does, but he does have pinpoint accuracy. He leads 49.27 to 37.30 in significant strike accuracy percentage. However, Woodley will be trying his hardest to avoid going to the canvas, or this one could be done early. Covington has an amazing 4.91 takedown average and a 51.79 takedown accuracy percentage.

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Colby Covington vs. Tyron Woodley betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:05 a.m. ET.

Tapping Covington (-334) on the 2-way line for the overall fight result isn’t good gambling, as you cannot risk more than three times your potential return. He is an amazing value on the 5-way line, however, as taking COVINGTON BY KO/TKO, DQ OR SUBMISSION (+333) is a fabulous value. Pinpointing COVINGTON BY SUBMISSION (+900) is also worth a small-unit play, as it’s just too tempting to pass up.

Normally I like to suggest a round or two for the fight finish, and here I’d like to suggest a three-round spread. Taking ROUND 2 (+800), ROUND 3 (+1000) and ROUND 4 (+1200) will also return substantial profit, even if you bet all three and one comes through. Consider UNDER 4.5 ROUNDS (+165), too, as that’s an amazing value if you expect this one to finish inside the distance. NO (+150) ON ‘WILL THE FIGHT GO THE DISTANCE’ is also a good play.

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UFC on ESPN+ 35: Ottman Azaitar vs. Khama Worthy odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 35 fight between Ottman Azaitar and Khama Worthy, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In a lightweight bout, Ottman Azaitar and Khama Worthy tangle at UFC on ESPN+ 35 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Azaitar (12-0) checks into this one against Worthy (16-6) three inches shorter and with a three-inch reach disadvantage. The switch-stance Moroccan fighter, nicknamed “Bulldozer,” represents the Jupps Fight Team. The 30-year-old made his UFC debut with a first-round KO/TKO against Teemu Packalen just 3:33 into his career at UFC 242. In 12 career professional victories, Azaitar has finished inside the distance 11 times, with the lone exception a unanimous decision win over Kevin Koldobsky at Brave Combat Federation – Brave 2: Dynasty back on Dec. 2, 2016.

Worthy has just two UFC level fights under his belt but is a perfect 2-0. He won his UFC debut with a KO/TKO of Devonte Smith at UFC 241 (Aug. 17, 2019), followed by a June 27 submission victory in Round 3 over Luis Pena on the Poirier-Hooker card. While both of Worthy’s UFC level fights have finished inside the distance, 18 of his 22 professional fights have also not needed the judges. He heads into this one on a seven-fight win streak, with his last loss a KO loss to Kyle Nelson at BTC 1: Genesis back in May of 2017.

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Ottman Azaitar vs. Khama Worthy betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:50 a.m. ET.

WORTHY (-139) is the more experienced fighter here, and he’ll push past Azaitar (+115). He has a nice three-inch reach advantage to keep Azaitar at arm’s length. Worthy can win it either by KO/TKO, submission or decision. Taking WORTHY BY KO/TKO, DQ or SUBMISSION (+137) is a strong value on the 5-way line. In addition, getting round specific is a good idea. Bet for the fight to finish in both ROUND 2 (+270) and ROUND 3 (+480). Yes, you obviously can’t win both, but if the fight ends in either of those rounds, you’ll still be well ahead.

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UFC on ESPN+ 35: Roxanne Modafferi vs. Andrea Lee odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 35 fight between Roxanne Modafferi and Andrea Lee, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In a women’s flyweight bout, Roxanne Modafferi and Andrea Lee lock horns at UFC on ESPN+ 35 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Modafferi (24-18) – a.k.a. “The Happy Warrior” – is one of the most unique fighters in all of UFC. She definitely marches to the beat of her own drum, and looks more like a librarian or Comic-Con attendee rather than a mixed martial artist. But don’t be fooled, she has a mean streak, and she has a 4-1 record via KO/TKO and 5-3 by way of submission in her professional career. However, all of those fights inside the distance came before reaching the UFC level. She is 2-3 since moving to the UFC level, and all five of her fights have been decisions, with three unanimous-decision losses and a win by unanimous decision and one by split decision.

As far as Lee (11-4) is concerned, she will be looking for revenge against Modafferi. The two met back on Dec. 5, 2014, at Invicta FC 10 with Modafferi winning by a split decision – that card, like this one, was also highlighted by Michelle Waterson. Like Modafferi, Lee has five fights under her belt at the UFC level, with all five bouts going the distance. She has won three of those fights by unanimous decisions, and the two losses were by split decision.

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Roxanne Modafferi vs. Andrea Lee betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:55 a.m. ET.

Taking MODAFFERI (+255) is a very tempting play, and worth betting lightly. She has a win in her career against Lee already, albeit a while ago, and the difference between the two fighters is very small. For a better value, taking MODAFFERI BY DECISION (+400) can help you quadruple your bankroll. If she does, in fact, pull the upset, it will be by decision. Each of these fighters have gone the distance in all five of their UFC level bouts. However, taking Yes (-313): “Will the fight go the distance?” is just too much risk and not much reward.

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UFC on ESPN+ 35: Ed Herman vs. Mike Rodriguez odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 35 fight between Ed Herman and Mike Rodriguez, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In a light heavyweight bout, Ed Herman and Mike Rodriguez do battle at UFC on ESPN+ 35 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Herman (26-14) steps into the octagon as a decisive underdog, and he is on the short end of most of the measurables. He stands three inches shorter than Rodriguez (11-4), and he has a 5½-inch reach disadvantage. In addition, Rodriguez holds a 4.59 to 3.33 significant strikes landed per minute advantage, and he also leads at 54.80 to 49.66 in significant strikes-accuracy percentage. As long as the southpaw Rodriguez manages to avoid going to the canvas, he should be able to steer clear of trouble.

Herman has advantages in takedown average, 2.20 to 0.00, and submission average, 1.17 to 0.00. That’s really the only area he has a distinct advantage, and you know that’s gotta be in his game plan. Herman – nicknamed “Short Fuse” – has bounced back after a three-bout losing streak from July 30, 2016 to Oct. 27, 2018, knocking out Patrick Cummins on May 18, 2019 before posting a unanimous-decision victory over Khadis Ibragimov last time out on Nov. 9, 2019.

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Ed Herman vs. Mike Rodriguez betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:33 a.m. ET.

The price on Rodriguez (-239) is a little steep, as you have to risk more than two times your potential return, and that’s not a risk I am willing to take. Betting RODRIGUEZ BY KO/TKO, DQ or SUBMISSION (-139) is a much better bet on the 5-way line. You can bet Rodriguez by KO/TKO or DQ (-134) on the 7-way line, taking out the submission result, but it isn’t that much cheaper. In fact, the difference is negligible, so why limit yourself?

As far as the fight length is concerned, betting No (-228): “Will the fight go the distance?” is a bit too expensive. Go with UNDER 2.5 ROUNDS (-189), which is a little more affordable.

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UFC on ESPN+ 35: Billy Quarantillo vs. Kyle Nelson odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 35 fight between Billy Quarantillo and Kyle Nelson, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In a featherweight bout, Billy Quarantillo and Kyle Nelson mix it up at UFC on ESPN+ 35 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Quarantillo (14-2) picked up a unanimous decision victory over Spike Carlyle last time out on May 30, moving to 2-0 since arriving at the UFC’s top level. He also had a submission win over Jacob Kilburn in his debut Dec. 7, 2019 on the Overeem-Rozenstruik card. Overall, Quarantillo has sipped from the chalice of victory in seven straight pro fights since his last setback, a TKO loss to Michel Quinones April 1, 2016 at AFC: Absolute Fighting Championship 25, No Foolin’. Five of his past six fights have finished inside the distance.

Nelson (13-3) has a nice overall record as a professional, but he is just 1-2 since arriving at the UFC level on Dec. 8, 2018. The good news is that he picked up a first-round KO/TKO of Marco Polo Reyes in his last fight (Sept. 21, 2019) so he’ll look to build upon that. All three of his UFC fights have ended inside the distance, and each of his past six pro fights haven’t gone the distance. In 16 career pro fights, six have ended via KO/TKO (5-1), while five have finished by way of submission (4-1).

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Billy Quarantillo vs. Kyle Nelson betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:05 a.m. ET.

Quarantillo (-250) is a bit on the pricey side on the 2-way line, so you’ll have to get a little more specific to minimize your risk. QUARANTILLO BY KO/TKO, DQ or SUBMISSION (+105) is a much better bet at near even-money. The only way you can lose is if he wins by decision, or of course, he loses.

Nelson’s two losses at the UFC level have finished inside the distance, but they were in the second round or later. As such, bet for this fight to finish in ROUND 2 (+320) and ROUND 3 (+600). There is a high likelihood the fight finishes in either of those two rounds, and while you’ll lose one of those wagers, you can still be well ahead if either comes through. Betting NO (-186): “WILL THE FIGHT GO THE DISTANCE?” is just a little more expensive than I typically like to bet, but it’s a sound wager that will win.

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UFC on ESPN+ 35: Michelle Waterson vs. Angela Hill odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 35 fight between Michelle Waterson and Angela Hill, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In the main event, Michelle Waterson and Angela Hill tangle in a women’s strawweight bout at UFC on ESPN+ 35 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Waterson (17-8) checks into this one as a slight underdog. She has a 2½-inch reach disadvantage, and while she has a 52.86 to 49.58 significant strike-accuracy percentage, Hill (12-8) is well ahead at 5.76 to 3.31 in significant strikes landed per minute. Waterson – a.k.a. “The Karate Hottie” – also has a 1.68 to 0.47 takedown average, 50.0 to 37.5 takedown-accuracy percentage and 1.05 to 0.16 submission-average advantage. Waterson lost her last two fights by decisions, falling May 9 to Carla Esparza at UFC 249 and to Joanna Jedrzejczyk in the main event on Oct. 12, 2019.

Hill – nicknamed “Overkill” – is looking to bounce back from a disappointing split-decision loss to Claudia Gadelha May 16 in Jacksonville, Fla. The defeat snapped a three-fight winning streak, her longest at the UFC level. Hill is an impressive puncher, and could be very successful as long as she can avoid going to the mat with Waterson. Hill is a perfect 5-0 via KO/TKO in 20 career pro fights, but she is 0-2 by way of the submission, and that’s an area of concern when backing the favorite.

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Michelle Waterson vs. Angela Hill betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:40 a.m. ET.

The punching machine HILL (-125) should overwhelm Waterson (+105), who likes to pick and choose her spots. The only concern with picking Hill over Waterson is her ability to avoid the canvas. She has never won by way of submission, and has lost twice by tapping out.

As far as getting specific, look for this fight to finish via HILL BY DECISION/TECHNICAL DECISION (+120) on the method of victory. There is a tremendous chance this fight will go the distance, which is likely why the juice is so high. Yes (-313): ‘Will the fight go the distance?’ is almost a certainty, but at the same time, that’s just too expensive for my blood.

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UFC on ESPN+ 34: Jalin Turner vs. Thiago Moises odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 34 fight between Jalin Turner vs. Thiago Moises, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

The opening match on Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 34 main card features Thiago Moises against Jalin Turner in a lightweight bout at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

When Moises (13-4) steps into the octagon it will look like a mismatch from a physical perspective. The Brazilian is six inches shorter than Turner (9-5), along with a seven-inch reach disadvantage. Moises heads into this one just 2-2 since making the leap to the UFC’s top level. However, he’s coming off a submission victory over Michael Johnson May 13, winning just 25 seconds into the second round. It was actually Moises’ first fight in the past four that finished inside the distance.

Turner is also 2-2 since making his debut in the UFC. In his last bout, he defeated Joshua Culibao with a second-round knockout Feb. 22. Win or lose, Turner doesn’t go terribly deep into bouts. Three of his four fights in the UFC have finished inside the distance, and 12 of his 14 professional fights overall have not gone to a decision. He is 8-3 via KO/TKO, and 1-0 by way of submission. “The Tarantula” has landed 5.95 significant strikes per minute, with a 48.51 significant strike-accuracy percentage.

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Jalin Turner vs. Thiago Moises betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:45 p.m. ET.

TURNER (+145) is a solid underdog play on the 2-way line. He is taller, has a tremendous reach, and he’ll keep Moises (-176) at length as a result. While this will easily be the toughest opponent he has faced to date, roll the dice on TURNER BY KO/TKO, DQ or SUBMISSION (+260) on the 5-way line to bump up your bank roll. If you want a safer play, do not pick the specific winner, but take KO/TKO/DQ (+220) for the fight finish.

Roll with UNDER 2.5 ROUNDS (-154), as there is very little chance that this one goes the distance, but this prop is a bit of a better value than taking No (-193): “Will the fight go the distance?”

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UFC on ESPN+ 34: Ovince Saint Preux vs. Alonzo Menifield odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 34 fight between Ovince Saint Preux and Alonzo Menifield, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

We finally get Ovince Saint Preux and Alonzo Menifield tangling in a light heavyweight bout on the main card at UFC on ESPN+ 34 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN/ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Saint Preux (24-14) was supposed to fight Menifield (9-1) on the UFC on ESPN 15 main card, but that fight was scrapped due to a positive COVID-19 test result for Menifield. OSP was removed from the card and was not compensated for the fight, but this bout was quickly rebooked for this card.

Saint Preux towers three inches taller than Menifield with a four-inch reach advantage. The former University of Tennessee linebacker has developed into a polished fighter. He suffered a disappointing split-decision loss to Ben Rothwell last time out, and it easily could have gone the other way. He enters just 1-3 over the past four, and 5-7 across the past 12. However, four of those victories have been by submission and one by knockout, while eight of the past 12 have finished inside the distance. Win or lose, it’s always exciting with OSP.

Menifield (9-1) is trying to bounce back after a unanimous decision setback against Devin Clark at UFC 250 in his most recent fight. He has won two of his three bouts at the UFC level, and he has picked up eight wins in nine professional victories, with one coming via submission. OSP will be his most challenging opponent to date, however, and this will be a huge measuring stick fight to see how Menifield stacks up in a very deep weight class.

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Ovince Saint Preux vs. Alonzo Menifield betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:25 a.m. ET.

SAINT PREUX (+115) will come in on a bit of a cool streak, winning just once in the past four. He was a bit disappointed with his removal right before getting amped up for his last bout, but that’s how the cookie crumbles in the days of COVID. It will also be interesting to see how Menifield (-139) bounces back after self-isolation and any after effects of coronavirus. Take Saint Preux here, as there are just fewer question marks.

While taking OSP on the 2-way line is fine, look to the more specific fight props, too. Take SAINT PREUX BY KO/TKO, DQ or SUBMISSION (+187) on the 5-way line for a better bargain than just betting him straight up. Also, UNDER 2.5 ROUNDS (-176) is a strong bet as Saint Preux’s fights tend to be rather short, win or lose.

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UFC on ESPN+ 34: Alistair Overeem vs. Augusto Sakai odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 34 fight between Alistair Overeem and Augusto Sakai, with MMA betting odds, picks, tips and bets.

In the final co-main event, Alistair Overeem and Augusto Sakai tangle in a heavyweight bout at UFC on ESPN+ 34 Saturday at the UFC’s APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The prelims kick off at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card set for 8 p.m. ET.

Overeem (46-18) is coming off an impressive second-round KO/TKO of Walt Harris May 16 in Jacksonville, Fla., and three of his past four wins have come via knockout. In fact, each of his past six fights, and 10 of his past 11 have been decided by KO/TKO, going 6-4 in those bouts. You might never know who is going win during an Overeem fight, but you know there will be some heavy hits and a likely knockout result. In fact, since landing at the UFC level back on Dec. 30, 2011, when he knocked out Brock Lesnar, just three of his 18 fights have gone the distance. Each of the 15 to finish inside the distance have been KO/TKO results, too, going 8-7.

Sakai (15-1-1) enters 4-0 since arriving at the UFC level. Plus, he’s on a six-bout win streak since his last setback at Bellator 179 against Cheick Kongo in May of 2017. The orthodox-stance Brazilian picked up a split-decision win against Blagoy Ivanov last time out on May 30. While Sakai doesn’t have as many quick fights as Overeem, his resume is pretty impressive. Four of his past six professional fights have finished inside the distance, going 4-0 via KO/TKO.

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Alistair Overeem vs. Augusto Sakai betting odds

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:53 a.m. ET.

Overeem (-173) is a great fighter and likely a future Hall of Famer who will be missed one day when he finally rides off into the sunset. His fights are always thrilling, and you’re certainly to see someone eating a lot of punches. SAKAI (+140) is cut from the same cloth, and he can really make a name for himself if he can fell the big timber from the Netherlands. Sakai is a great value at this price.

If you want to get winner specific, SAKAI BY KO/TKO, DQ or SUBMISSION (+225) pays rather handsomely on the 5-way line. If you want to play it more conservatively, avoid picking a winner and just roll with the fight finish being a KO/TKO/DQ (-189). It’s almost a certainty that someone is going to get knocked out here. In addition, UNDER 2.5 ROUNDS (-118) is worth a roll of the dice.

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